USA into 2016 Slovakia Cup Finals After 2-1 Victory vs. Ukraine

U-19 MNTApr 26, 2016

SENEC, Slovakia (April 26, 2016) – The U.S. Under-19 Men’s National Team is headed to the 2016 Slovakia Cup final after its 2-1 victory against Ukraine. The USA will face Slovakia in its last group stage match on April 28.

U.S. midfielder Weston McKennie grabbed the first goal of the match in the 27th minute with help from Isaiah Young. Minutes later, the U.S. scored another goal due to Ukraine own goal.

In the 39th minute, Ukraine midfielder Artem Yarmolenko narrowed the scoreline to 2-1. The U.S. defense held strong against the Ukraine attack to keep the lead until the final whistle.

The U.S. will face Russia for the 2016 Slovakia Cup title on April 29 at Myjava Stadium (9 a.m. ET).